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Pickle

Definition

(culinary) A food, usually a cucumber, that has been preserved in a solution of brine, vinegar, or other acidic liquid. Also, to preserve food in this way. Often used in the phrase 'in a pickle' to describe a difficult or confusing situation.

Example Sentences

1The chef carefully sliced the pickle and added it to the sandwich for a tangy crunch.
2To pickle vegetables, you need to soak them in a brine solution for several hours or days.
3The company found itself in a pickle when its main supplier suddenly went out of business.
4Pickling is a traditional method of preserving food that has been used for centuries in many cultures.
5The recipe called for a jar of pickled ginger, which added a spicy kick to the dish.

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